I'm getting back into the sport after a 15 year hiatus. I can comfortably water start and stick most, but not all, jibes, so I supposed I'm in the intermediate/advanced category.

I just picked up a bunch of Gaastra Power Speed and Aerotech Ultimate Slalom sails, with a full size range for each brand. I am clueless as to the difference between these two types of sails and would appreciate a little guidance on which type is better for low to medium wind lake sailing.

If the Gaastras are flourescent (80's) you can dumpster them, or keep the smaller ones for higher wind days....they will be heavy and inefficient.

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1.) I think the Aerotechs are twin cams, and that could make rigging longer and waterstarting a bit harder (have to pop the cams over)...

Biggest bang for your buck is if you aren't frustrated before you hit the water. Almost assuredly you will need more downhaul than you think!

2.) Make sure the monofilm is not too cracked or cloudy (end-of-life)

3.) Check that your mast(s) are compatible..... if in nothing else at least in size, and preferrably in softness and bend curve

Welcome back....just make it easy...3 or 4 sails max Beach or lawn rig everything you want to keep at least once, ....mark stuff with Sharpies, so you can just go when you wanna go_________________I'm confused lately:
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Thank you for all of the information and the welcome back. It is all very helpful.

The Power Speeds are indeed 1990, and the most of Aerotechs are around 1995. Most of the sails are in great shape, but two are showing some minor delamination between the layers around the window. Othberwise, no cracks, creases or clouding.

I am very familiar with sail size/wind decisions, but just do not know much about the particular shape and styles and what to expect out of them. I recognize that I probably will not even be able to tell a difference, but I am still curious.

I would like to pair these down to around four (like the recommendation above) in the 5.0-7.2 range and then unload the rest. Assuming good condition for each, do any particular models stand out as more user friendly, more fun, etc.?

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